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The Boise Metro Chamber's Legislative Update is a virtual series that connects members with lawmakers and current issues during the legislative session. Joined by legislators and other experts, this series aims to discuss the complexities and challenges surrounding this year’s critical matters in the state of Idaho. This series is by Tori Thomas, Community & Government Affairs Manager for the Boise Metro Chamber. Join Wendi Secrist, Executive Director of the Idaho Workforce Development Council, to hear all about the Idaho LAUNCH program and all the work that is being done to ensure high school graduates have the opportunity to use this grant! Tune in LIVE to the Boise Metro Chamber Facebook, YouTube, Twitter or LinkedIn pages to watch these important discussion. The Legislative Update Series is made possible by the generous support of Optum Idaho.
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Join us on February 13, 2024 for a live episode of the Boise Metro Chamber's Legislative Update. The series is composed of six episodes which are streamed on the Chamber's socials and Facebook pages of our media partners: Idaho Capital Sun, Idaho Ed News, Idaho Press, and Idaho Statesman. It is hosted by the Chamber's Government and Community Affairs Manager, Tori Thomas and presented by Optum Idaho. This 3rd episode dives into the transportation issues currently being discussed at the statehouse. Guests include:
Idaho House Education Chair, Representative Julie Yamamoto, spoke with 2024 Legislative Update host Tori Thomas during the second episode of the six-part series. They discussed the education aspects within the budget proposal as well as other education issues that have been arising during the current legislative session. The episode aired on January 23rd at noon on the Boise Metro Chamber's social media channels. The Legislative Update series is made possible by the generous support of Optum Idaho. You can watch other episodes here. In this first episode of our 2024 Legislative Update, Alex Adams, Administrator of the Idaho Department of Financial Management discusses Idaho's budget for our listeners. Tori Thomas, Community & Government Affairs Manager for the Boise Metro Chamber hosts the six-part series that airs bi-weekly during the legislative session. Tune in for the second episode on January 23, 2024 at 12pm on our Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn or Twitter. It is also streamed on our media partners Facebook Pages: Idaho Ed News, Idaho Capital Sun, Idaho Press, and The Idaho Statesman. The event it made possible by Optum Idaho. You can view other Legislative Update episodes here. The 140th Annual Boise Metro Chamber Gala was held on October 19, 2023 at the Boise Centre. The theme for the evening was Alzheimer's Awareness. Ashley Campbell, the talented daughter of the iconic Glen Campbell, who unfortunately passed away due to Alzheimer's was the keynote speaker.
In a dazzling celebration of both music and philanthropy, the Boise Metro Chamber's 140th Annual Gala took center stage, and it was nothing short of a legendary evening. The Gala, attended by the Who's Who of Idaho, managed to raise a whopping $10,000 for the Alzheimer's Association – Greater Idaho Chapter, making it an event that won both hearts and minds. The Alzheimer’s Association – Greater Idaho Chapter supports those in Idaho not only fighting this disease but their family and support system while offering a broad range of programs and services. We would like to thank our diamond sponsor, Blue Cross of Idaho, our platinum sponsor, Alaska Airlines, and our gold sponsors, Albertsons and Idaho Central Credit Union, for their generosity and support. Without them, this event would not be possible. We would also like to thank the following people for participating in the Gala Video this year -
This video was wonderfully produced by OMG Studios Boise - https://www.omgstudiosboise.com/ On the September episode of “In Search of Civility," the panel discussed the infrastructure needs of local communities and how ongoing legislative conversations regarding property tax reforms factor in to how to best respond to growth. The episode was broadcast on the Boise Metro Chamber's LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube or Twitter pages, and our media partners' Facebook pages. Special thanks to Kelley Packer and Kathy Griesmyer, the creatives and co-hosts of this series, and our gracious presenting sponsor, Hawley Troxell! Guests include: - Brad Holton, Canyon County Commissioner - Travis Rothweiler, Twin Falls City Administrator - Jason Monks, Idaho State Representative - Doug Rick, Idaho State Senator On the August episode of “In Search of Civility," the panel discussed Idaho's liquor licensing process and possible reforms. This has been a hot topic in the Idaho Legislature for several years. The episode was broadcast on the Boise Metro Chamber's LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube or Twitter pages, and our media partners' Facebook pages. Special thanks to Kelley Packer and Kathy Griesmyer, the creatives and co-hosts of this series, and our gracious presenting sponsor, Hawley Troxell! Guests include: - Senator Jim Guthrie, Chair, Senate State Affairs Committee - Dave Krick, FARE Idaho - Kevin Settles, Owner, Bardenay Restaurant & Distillery - Jeremy Pisca, Attorney and Lobbyist at Risch Pisca, LLC On this episode of "In Search of Civility," panelists focused on legislative leadership's influence on thoughtful and respectful policymaking throughout the legislative process. This month's guests include four Idaho legislators:
"In Search of Civility" is made possible by the generous support of Hawley Troxell and is a partnership between the Boise Metro Chamber and the Association Of Idaho Cities. Kelley Packer (AIC) and Kathy Griesmyer (City of Boise) co-host the series. Host Kelley Packer discusses transportation funding and policymaking with panelists. This month's guests include: - Bre Brush, Mayor's Transportation Advisor at City of Boise (guest co-host) - Colby Cameron, Governmental Affairs Manager at Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) - Cynthia Gibson, retired/former Executive Director at Idaho Walk Bike Alliance - Laila Kral, Administrator at Local Highway Technical Assistance Council (LHTAC) The "In Search of Civility" series is presented by Hawley Troxell. Original air date: June 12, 2023 What is a land grant university and why does it matter – especially when it comes to Idaho’s agriculture industry? The third and final episode of the Higher Education Series features the programs and groundbreaking research taking place in the University of Idaho’s College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS), arguably the R&D arm for much of Idaho’s ag industry. Learn more about U of I led projects in agriculture like the nation’s largest research dairy, methods to study soil deeper than anywhere in the world, and how U of I CALS is in your backyard, contributing to the health and prosperity of Idahoans statewide. The Higher Education Series is made possible by the generous support of Sparklight! Panelists:
Ariel Agenbroad For over 16 years, Ariel Agenbroad has served southwest Idaho as a University of Idaho Extension professor and educator focused on community food systems, urban agriculture and small farms. Her areas of specialization include home and market vegetable production, food safety, direct marketing of small farm products, organic production and gardening with youth. Mark McGuire Mark McGuire is a University Distinguished Professor and internationally recognized leader in nutrition, lactation, and the sustainability of agriculture. He serves as Associate Dean in the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences at the University of Idaho and directs the Idaho Agricultural Experiment Station. Zachary Kayler Zachary Kayler is an assistant professor in the Department of Soil and Water Systems in the University of Idaho College of Agricultural and Life Sciences. His projects focus on the understanding of ecosystem biogeochemical cycles within natural and managed ecosystems with an emphasis on sustainability, resilience, diversity and adaptation. Among other projects, Kayler is a co-principal investigator on the $19 million Deep Soil Ecotron project that will study soil at depths greater than anywhere else in the world. Pat Purdy A U of I alum in mechanical engineering, Pat Purdy manages his family’s Picabo-based operation where they raise dairy quality hay, malt barley, and mustard seed in addition to running a cow/calf operation, private fishing club and guiding and outfitting business. Pat is a member of the Idaho Grain Producers Association, previous Idaho Barley Commissioner and currently serves on the U of I College of Agricultural and Life Sciences Advisory Board. Carly Schoepflin (Guest moderator) Carly Schoepflin is the director for communications and strategic initiatives in the U of I College of Agricultural and Life Sciences. Raised on a wheat and barley farm in central Montana, Carly received her degree in public relations from Washington State University and has experience working in creative agencies and large-scale events production. |
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